Innovation Initiatives
We put our passion and expertise to work in initiatives that naturally emerge from the unique innovation ecosystem of the Canton of Valais.
In fact, Idiap is embedded in a dynamic innovation ecosystem designed to turn scientific discoveries into concrete solutions and create economic value for local industry. This support, from idea to market, rests on three complementary pillars:
It is the driving force behind innovation in Valais. It supports entrepreneurs, start-up founders, and researchers through personalized coaching and access to a strong network of expertise. By funding research and development (R&D) projects carried out jointly with Idiap, it fosters technology transfer to companies and strengthens the competitiveness of the local economy.
The IdeArk technology site
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The IdeArk technology site
It offers a unique incubation environment dedicated to cutting-edge human-machine interaction technologies (artificial intelligence, information and communication technologies). Equipped with modern infrastructure, it provides a tailored launchpad for our spin-offs, while also welcoming ambitious start-ups and SMEs to foster synergies and collaborative innovation
A network of leading academic partners
A network of leading academic partners
Our scientific foundation is strengthened by close collaborations with the region's flagship education and research institutions. Whether tackling the challenges of the energy transition with HES-SO Valais/Wallis, leading large-scale projects with EPFL Valais or the Icare institute, integrating AI into education with HEP Valais, or working with UniDistance to train the next generation of AI experts, these unique synergies allow us to combine our respective expertise. Together, we ensure optimal knowledge transfer and lasting value creation for the entire canton.
Coaching
Coaching
Recently, Idiap has been helping SMEs stay competitive by integrating AI into their businesses through collaborations with CimArk (via the Digitourism program), The Ark, and IdeArk. This support includes collaborative workshops to identify AI opportunities, as well as tailored guidance for implementation. Initial projects with WebEvolutions and Tokiwi have demonstrated how AI can enhance digital solutions, from workforce planning to automated analytics and reporting.
